Do you need to fill out an arrival/departure card when entering Egypt?
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TL;DR
As of mid-2026, the status of Egypt's arrival/departure cards is unclear — some tour operators provide pre-filled forms, while some travelers report they've been abolished. Check with your tour operator before departure.
What the community said
There are reports that Egypt's arrival and departure cards may have been abolished. This is unconfirmed — check with your tour operator or airport staff on arrival.
1 day ago Status: unconfirmed (June 2026)
As of June 2026, Egypt's migration card is still paper-based — there is no electronic version available to fill out online in advance. It is completed upon arrival.
1 day ago Format: paper, filled out at the airport
Some tour operators include pre-filled migration cards in the document package. If provided, a black-and-white printout is sufficient — color printing is not required. If not provided, cards can be filled out on the plane or at the airport on arrival.
13 days ago Print: black & white is fine